Glamtush reports that Big Brother Naija Season 9 has commenced in a wild 71-day ride on Sunday, July 28.
BBNaijaS9 dubbed ‘No Loose Guard’ is all about paired-up housemates battling for the grand prize of N100m.
Expect drama, laughter, shocking twists, intense challenges, and enough “gbas gbos” to keep you entertained 24/7.
With 14 pairs – including two sets of twins, a married couple, besties, gym bros, and even a niece and aunt – the dynamics are sure to be explosive.
Meet the 28 housemates of Big Brother Naija No Loose Guard housemates introduced in 14 pairs into the house.
The Aces duo is made up of 23-year-old Sooj and Topher, 24. The duo have been friends for one year. While Sooj is a Communications Specialist from Imo State, Topher is a Public Relations Analyst from Lagos.
It was friendship at first sight for this fashion duo, when Sooj was interviewed for a job at the PR firm Topher worked at. The two started vining from the jump after Topher complemented his fit.
“We’ve been inseparable since then because we have a whole lot in common.” One sure thing is that they can never fight over a woman because Sooj loves them tall while Topher goes for shorties. Speak of a match made in friendship heaven!
Pet peeves
Topher dislikes Sooj’s slow pace. Sooj can’t deal with Topher’s obsession with the ladies.
Big Brother aspirations
Topher: To showcase his talents and entertain the audience on a large platform.
Sooj: To take a break from the seriousness of life and have fun while entertaining others.
Ben and Tjay make up the Beta duo. They have been friends for six years.
While 29-year-old Ben is an influencer from Delta State, Tjay, 33, is a medical doctor from Ogun State.
Not your regular kind of friendship … but these two are not just friends, but business partners too. They randomly met on Instagram in 2018 and neither of them knew that one comment would be the beginning of a lasting friendship.
Tjay is quite the polymath too. He’s a fine artist and a fashion designer too. Well, Ben comes very close with his acting and club promoting talents.
Pet peeve
Ben’s flippancy and absent mindedness can irritate Tjay, while Tjay’s seriousness cam irritate Ben.
Big Brother aspirations
Tjay: Be a positive role model for Nigerian youth.
Ben: Be himself and gain fans through his authenticity.
Anambra born sisters and best friends, Chizoba and Onyeka make up the Chekas pair.
Chizoba, 31, is a Software Developer while Onyeka, 28, lawyer and entrepreneur
Their bond as sisters was formed the minute Onyeka, the younger sister, was born. In Chizoba’s words, “We hit it off from the first day I laid my eyes on her”. As sisters, they sure have their differences, but this doesn’t stop them for having each other’s backs during challenging times.
Playful sparks and quirks
Chizoba’s habit that irritates her sister: She is aggressive when angry and interrupts her sister while speaking.
Onyeka’s habit that irritates Chizoba: She would use her sister’s stuff and scatter it. Being dramatic, expressive, emotional, and very confrontational.
Big Brother ambitions
Chizoba: She wants to win the money and to experience the thrill of the show.
Onyeka: Apart from winning the money, she wants to showcase her abilities as an entertainer and performer and the show is the perfect platform.
The DoubleKay duo consist of husband and wife, KellyRae and Kassia. They were friends for over 9 years before getting married. They have only being married for 5 months.
Delta born Kassia, 30, is an entrepreneur while KellyRae, 33, from Delta State is a professional singer.
A game of hard-to-get over nine years ago led to a fairy tale story with a happily ever after for DoubleKay. Married since February 2024, the married couple is ready to showcase who they are and what they can do on the biggest platform they know.
Playful sparks and quirks
Kassia’s gripe: KellyRae’s habit of being too nice and considerate to people and their needs.
KellyRae’s “oops” moment: Telling Kassia he had feelings for the colleague he had an affair with.
Big Brother ambitions
Kassia: To show the world that there’s more to her than a beautiful face.
KellyRae: To contribute to creating a good show and showcasing what he has to offer on a big platform.
The Floruish duo is all about friends of 10-years, DJ Flo and Rhuthee.
While Imo State born DJ Flo, 27, is a Deejay, Rhuthee, 32, is an event planner and caterer from Akwa Ibom State.
Their decade-strong friendship was forged in a Ghanaian school and cemented by shared experiences.
Graduating together, navigating the challenges of living abroad, and hustling to make it in the real world is both their high points in life. However, a year-long silence after a major fight, fuelled by money woes and pride is part of their low point.
Pet peeve
DJ Flo’s: Rhuthee’s impulsive reactions and stubbornness.
Rhuthee’s gripe: Flora’s calm demeanour and sometimes frustratingly logical approach.
Big Brother ambitions
DJ Flo: To showcase their fun-loving and chaotic friendship, entertaining the viewers.
Rhuthee: To bring the drama, shake things up, and show their authentic selves.
Mbadiwe twins duo are Ocee and Ozee.
37-year-old identical twins, Ocee and Ozee are both lawyers, entertainers and entrepreneurs from Imo State.
These two are bound by blood and shaped by life. Their journey began together in their mother’s womb. As identical twins, they have an unbreakable connection.
Playful sparks and quirks
Quirk: Ozee takes a long time to get ready, which irritates his brother.
Pet peeve: Ocee’s strong opinions can sometimes annoy Ozee.
Big Brother ambitions
Mbadiwe twins: To challenge themselves, showcase their personalities, entertain, and inspire others.
Niece and aunt, Nne and Chinwe make up the Ndi Nne duo.
Nne, 22, is an entrepreneur from Anambra State. Her aunt, Chinwe, 31, is also entrepreneur.
The duo’s bond started with Mary’s birth in 2002 and grew stronger when Chinwe moved in with Mary’s parents. This arrangement made the two ladies inseparable, sharing every moment of their lives. “My aunt was like a big sister to me. She taught me vital things and we bonded like siblings,” Mary said about their relationship.
Nne is independent and reserved while Chinwe is extroverted and sometimes “she dey over-do”
Big Brother ambitions
Mary: To step out of her comfort zone and embrace challenges.
Chinwe: To use the experience to fulfil her lifelong dreams.
Friend Anita and Nelly make up the Nelita pair. The duo have been friends for 9 years
Anita, 28, is a specialist practitioner from Imo State while Nelly, 29, is a chef and entertainer from Abia State.
These two met at a beauty pageant audition in Owerri, Imo State and they connected instantly. When Anita won Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) in 2018, Queen Nelly distanced herself because she felt she was no longer in the same “class” as her friend. However, Anita had a pleasant surprise for her. “My stubborn friend didn’t let go, she tried her best to check up on me and always reached out every chance she could.”
Playful sparks and quirks
Anita’s gripe: Procrastinator, peacemaker, the glue that holds them together.
Queen Nelly’s “oops” moments: Slow to respond to messages and quick to get upset.
Big Brother ambitions
To seize opportunities, showcase their personalities, and embrace the challenge.
The Radicals duo is made up of friends Fairme David and Michky.
Fairme David (29) is a professional dancer and content creator from Delta State. While Michky (24) is a gym instructor from Edo State.
Their friendship started after a chance encounter at the gym and was further strengthened by their shared love for ‘Big ikebe.’ “We have not known each other for so long but now it seems like we have known each other for decades,” Michky says about his bond with Fairme David.
The high point of their friendship is creating their Big Brother audition video together, a testament to their bond and shared dreams. While their low moment was supporting each other through the loss of a friend, showcasing their loyalty and empathy.
Personality playbook
Fairme David’s quirk: Gets upset easily, but is the rational voice in resolving conflicts.
Michky’s pet peeve: Forgets appointments and is a notorious texter-not-a-caller.
Big Brother ambitions
Fairme David: Seeking fame and a platform to showcase his unique dance style.
Michky: Eager to share his vibrant personality and talent with the world.
Shaun and Victoria, friends for over a year are the Shatoria duo.
Victoria (25) is a travel consultant and commercial model from Imo State. While Shaun (28) is an entrepreneur, model and actor from Edo State.
The vibrant nightlife of Dubai gave birth to a strong connection for Victoria and Shaun. Their shared love of travelling and nightlife has created a balanced and enduring friendship.
Playful sparks and quirks
Victoria’s gripe: Shaun’s occasional insensitivity.
Shaun’s “oops” moment: Distancing himself from Victoria after experiencing a heartbreak.
Big Brother ambitions
They want to step out of their comfort zones, embrace personal growth, and form connections with diverse personalities.
The Streeze du are Mayor and Toby who have been friends since 2022.
Mayor, 24, is a media director/content creator from Oyo State. While Toby, 27, content creator and dance artiste from Ondo State.
When these two content creators met, there was an instant connection. They quickly realised they were perfect for each other, creatively and personally.
Playful sparks and quirks
Quirks: Mayor is a perfectionist, while Toby is impatient and always in a rushed mood.
Pet peeves: Mayor is irritated by Toby’s impatience, while Toby is irritated by Mayor’s perfectionism.
Big Brother aspirations
Mayor: Wants to show the world his talent and grit through Big Brother Naija, hoping to achieve his dreams.
Toby: Sees Big Brother Naija as a massive platform where he can showcase his talents and personality to the world on a large scale.
Damilola, 28, Nightlife PR manager from Osun State and Toyosi, 26, a beautician, also from Osun State are the Tami duo.
They have been best friends for 8 years.
A perfect picture taken at a Lagos TV event in 2016 led to a solid sisterhood for these self-proclaimed twins. Damilola not only took a photo that Toyosi loved, but she also managed to calm anxiety, making her a keeper.
Their high point is taking a big decision to live together and start their businesses. While their low moment was blue ticking each other for two weeks over what they now regard as a non-issue.
Playful sparks and quirks
Toyosi’s gripe: Damilola’s unnecessary arguments with strangers, but always with ‘justification.’
Big Brother ambitions
Damilola: To showcase her personality, connect with diverse people, and flaunt her cooking skills.
Toyosi: To reveal her authentic self, engage with others, and embrace new experiences.
Twin sisters and best friends, Wanni and Handi, 27, both Deejays from Kaduna State are the Wanni x Handi pair.
A sisterhood fuelled by passion, resilience, and an unbreakable bond, Wanni and Handi’s relationship started with sharing the same space in their mother’s womb 27 years ago and it has blossomed into an inseparable bond between the two.
The identical twins shared achievements and unwavering support. However, their low point in life was when a physical altercation in 2021, which became a turning point towards calmer conflict resolution.
Sisterly squabbles
Quirk: Wanni’s insistence on having the last word in arguments.
Pet peeve: Handi’s stubbornness and independent streak.
Big Brother ambitions
To experience the Big Brother house together, entertain viewers with their vibrant energy and authenticity, and compete fiercely for the top prize.
Relationship: Dating for six months
Chinwe, 30, a beauty and skincare entrepreneur from Imo State and 26-year-old Zion, a model and fashion designer from Edo State who have been dating for six months are the Zinwe pair.
These two lovebirds met on the eve of a mutual friend’s bachelor party but didn’t talk until after the party moved to the club. “The funny thing is that I made the first move,” Chinwe shares.
They had initial uncertainties and navigating trust in the early stages of their relationship.
Playful sparks and quirks
Chinwe’s gripe: Ziggy’s chronic lateness, especially when hanging with friends.
Zion’s “oops” moment: Ditching a cosy night in for a rainy night out with the boys.
Big Brother ambitions
Chinwe: Seeking life-changing opportunities and the ultimate prize.
Zion: Ready to embrace the adventure and showcase his vibrant personality.
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